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As a doctor first and a YouTube sensation second, Dr. Mike talks about his passion for family medicine and how his calling as a doctor has always taken precedence over fame. Watch the entire episode to learn practical ways to stay safe and healthy. 

Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, known on social media as “Dr. Mike”, breaks down COVID-19 with Jay Shetty, giving viewers evidence and information people can actually use and understand in this special episode of ON Purpose. 
As a doctor first and a YouTube sensation second, Dr. Mike talks about his passion for family medicine and how his calling as a doctor has always taken precedence over fame. Watch the entire episode to learn practical ways to stay safe and healthy. <a href="http://ziprecruiter.com/ONPURPOSE"></a>

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I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.
I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

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My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, known on social media as “Dr. Mike”, breaks down COVID-19 with Jay Shetty, giving viewers evidence and information people can actually use and understand in this special episode of ON Purpose. 

As a doctor first and a YouTube sensation second, Dr. Mike talks about his passion for family medicine and how his calling as a doctor has always taken precedence over fame. Watch the entire episode to learn practical ways to stay safe and healthy.

Dr Mike ON: COVID 19 Latest Updates & Best Practices To Stay Healthy & Safe

Parenting today feels like navigating endless advice while quietly wondering if you’re doing any of it right.

Jay sits down with bestselling author and economist Emily Oster to unpack one of the most overwhelming journeys many people will ever face: becoming a parent. In a world filled with endless advice, social media pressure, and conflicting research, parenting can start to feel like a test you’re constantly failing. Emily offers a refreshing, data-driven perspective that helps parents cut through the noise, separating real evidence from the myths that fuel unnecessary anxiety. From pregnancy and fertility to sleep training and screen time, this conversation reveals what truly matters and what parents can finally let go of.

Together, Jay and Emily challenge many of the parenting beliefs we’ve accepted without question. They explore why modern parents feel so overwhelmed by information and expectations, when the data actually shows there are many “right” ways to raise a child. Emily breaks down how correlation is often mistaken for causation in parenting advice and how that misunderstanding quietly drives guilt, fear, and comparison. Whether it’s breastfeeding versus formula, screen time, sleep training, or developmental milestones, Emily encourages parents to move away from perfection and toward confident, thoughtful decision-making.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Stop Overthinking Parenting Decisions

How to Decide What Parenting Advice to Ignore

How to Choose the Sleep Strategy That Works for Your Family

How to Raise Kids with a Growth Mindset

How to Plan Parenting Decisions Before Problems Arise

How to Let Go of the Pressure to Parent Perfectly

Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially in a world filled with endless advice, opinions, and expectations. The truth is, raising a child isn’t about getting every small decision perfectly right, it’s about showing up with love, care, and intention, day after day.

Emily’s book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know, offers guidance through pregnancy and motherhood. Grab a copy now.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. 

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:39 Why Does Parenting Feel Harder Today?

04:06 What the Data Really Says About Parenting

05:24 Don’t Trust This Fertility Advice!

07:56 What Affects Sperm Health

09:51 Lifestyle Habits That Affect Fertility

12:26 Are Antidepressants Safe During Pregnancy?

15:02 Which Pregnancy Rules Actually Matter (And Which Don’t)

18:25 When Is the Best Age to Have Kids?

21:56 Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked

31:19 How Dads Can Support After Birth

34:09 What’s Actually Best for the Baby?

36:51 More Parenting and Pregnancy Myths

44:20 How to Deal With Mom Guilt

47:55 How to Raise Confident Kids

54:28 Parenting Decisions That Cause Stress

56:27 The Truth About Sleep Training

01:02:03 Does Crying It Out Harm Attachment?

01:04:12 How Much Screen Time Is Too Much?

01:09:40 The Truth About Childhood Vaccines

01:12:02 Are Kids Being Overmedicated?

01:14:35 The Many Paths to Parenthood

01:16:49 This or That: Parenting Edition

01:24:31 Emily on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Website | https://parentdata.org/ 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/emily.oster.509/ 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/profemilyoster 

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/parentdata 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@profemilyoster 

X | https://x.com/ProfEmilyOster 

Parenting today feels like navigating endless advice while quietly wondering if you&rsquo;re doing any of it right.
Jay sits down with bestselling author and economist Emily Oster to unpack one of the most overwhelming journeys many people will ever face: becoming a parent. In a world filled with endless advice, social media pressure, and conflicting research, parenting can start to feel like a test you&rsquo;re constantly failing. Emily offers a refreshing, data-driven perspective that helps parents cut through the noise, separating real evidence from the myths that fuel unnecessary anxiety. From pregnancy and fertility to sleep training and screen time, this conversation reveals what truly matters and what parents can finally let go of.
Together, Jay and Emily challenge many of the parenting beliefs we&rsquo;ve accepted without question. They explore why modern parents feel so overwhelmed by information and expectations, when the data actually shows there are many &ldquo;right&rdquo; ways to raise a child. Emily breaks down how correlation is often mistaken for causation in parenting advice and how that misunderstanding quietly drives guilt, fear, and comparison. Whether it&rsquo;s breastfeeding versus formula, screen time, sleep training, or developmental milestones, Emily encourages parents to move away from perfection and toward confident, thoughtful decision-making.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Stop Overthinking Parenting Decisions
How to Decide What Parenting Advice to Ignore
How to Choose the Sleep Strategy That Works for Your Family
How to Raise Kids with a Growth Mindset
How to Plan Parenting Decisions Before Problems Arise
How to Let Go of the Pressure to Parent Perfectly
Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially in a world filled with endless advice, opinions, and expectations. The truth is, raising a child isn&rsquo;t about getting every small decision perfectly right, it&rsquo;s about showing up with love, care, and intention, day after day.
Emily&rsquo;s book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Expecting-Better-Conventional-Pregnancy-Wrong/dp/0143125702">Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know</a>, offers guidance through pregnancy and motherhood. Grab a copy now.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">here</a>.&nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:39 Why Does Parenting Feel Harder Today?
04:06 What the Data Really Says About Parenting
05:24 Don&rsquo;t Trust This Fertility Advice!
07:56 What Affects Sperm Health
09:51 Lifestyle Habits That Affect Fertility
12:26 Are Antidepressants Safe During Pregnancy?
15:02 Which Pregnancy Rules Actually Matter (And Which Don&rsquo;t)
18:25 When Is the Best Age to Have Kids?
21:56 Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked
31:19 How Dads Can Support After Birth
34:09 What&rsquo;s Actually Best for the Baby?
36:51 More Parenting and Pregnancy Myths
44:20 How to Deal With Mom Guilt
47:55 How to Raise Confident Kids
54:28 Parenting Decisions That Cause Stress
56:27 The Truth About Sleep Training
01:02:03 Does Crying It Out Harm Attachment?
01:04:12 How Much Screen Time Is Too Much?
01:09:40 The Truth About Childhood Vaccines
01:12:02 Are Kids Being Overmedicated?
01:14:35 The Many Paths to Parenthood
01:16:49 This or That: Parenting Edition
01:24:31 Emily on Final Five
Episode Resources:
Website | <a href="https://parentdata.org/">https://parentdata.org/</a>&nbsp;
Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/emily.oster.509/">https://www.facebook.com/emily.oster.509/</a>&nbsp;
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/profemilyoster">https://www.instagram.com/profemilyoster</a>&nbsp;
LinkedIn | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/parentdata">https://www.linkedin.com/company/parentdata</a>&nbsp;
TikTok | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@profemilyoster">https://www.tiktok.com/@profemilyoster</a>&nbsp;
X | <a href="https://x.com/ProfEmilyOster">https://x.com/ProfEmilyOster</a>&nbsp;

Parenting Expert Emily Oster: The #1 Parenting Mistake That Causes Unnecessary Stress (Use THIS Data-Backed Framework to Debunk the Biggest Parenting Myths!)

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/5988d6bd-d210-4ed6-be01-b42b003108c5/transcript

How many times have you said something, and it didn’t come across the way you meant it to?

Today, Jay unpacks why so many of us feel unheard at work, at home, and even in our closest relationships. He shares a powerful insight: communication isn’t defined by what you say, but by how it’s received. Most of us overestimate how clearly we express ourselves, creating a hidden gap between intention and impact. Jay reframes communication as a shared responsibility, reminding us that real connection isn’t about winning arguments, but about being clear, compassionate, and protecting the relationship while speaking your truth.

Jay then explores the core principles that help people actually listen, beginning with the ability to regulate your nervous system before you speak. When emotions take over, we react rather than respond, often escalating conflict instead of easing it. He highlights why clarity is more powerful than intensity, and how simple, intentional language fosters trust and cooperation, while emotional overload creates distance.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Communicate So People Actually Listen

How to Regulate Your Emotions Before Speaking

How to Speak Without Triggering Defensiveness

How to Ask Questions That Build Understanding

How to De-escalate Difficult Conversations

When you focus on being understood instead of being right, conversations become safer, relationships grow stronger, and conflict loses its power. With intention, patience, and compassion, your words can become a bridge, not a barrier, to the life and relationships you truly want.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

SpringFest is happening now, and our best lineup is here at http://www.lowes.com

What We Discuss:

00:47 Are You a Good Communicator?

02:31 How Effective Communicators Make an Impact

03:24 #1: Regulate Before You Communicate

06:24 #2: Clarity Over Intensity

08:40 #3: People Argue with Threat NOT Facts

11:11 #4: Ask More Questions, Make Fewer Statements

12:51 #5: Tone Carries More Than Words

15:27 #6: End Conversations with Alignment

21:13 The Goal of Proper Communication

How many times have you said something, and it didn&rsquo;t come across the way you meant it to?
Today, Jay unpacks why so many of us feel unheard at work, at home, and even in our closest relationships. He shares a powerful insight: communication isn&rsquo;t defined by what you say, but by how it&rsquo;s received. Most of us overestimate how clearly we express ourselves, creating a hidden gap between intention and impact. Jay reframes communication as a shared responsibility, reminding us that real connection isn&rsquo;t about winning arguments, but about being clear, compassionate, and protecting the relationship while speaking your truth.
Jay then explores the core principles that help people actually listen, beginning with the ability to regulate your nervous system before you speak. When emotions take over, we react rather than respond, often escalating conflict instead of easing it. He highlights why clarity is more powerful than intensity, and how simple, intentional language fosters trust and cooperation, while emotional overload creates distance.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to Communicate So People Actually Listen
How to Regulate Your Emotions Before Speaking
How to Speak Without Triggering Defensiveness
How to Ask Questions That Build Understanding
How to De-escalate Difficult Conversations
When you focus on being understood instead of being right, conversations become safer, relationships grow stronger, and conflict loses its power. With intention, patience, and compassion, your words can become a bridge, not a barrier, to the life and relationships you truly want.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">here</a>.&nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>
SpringFest is happening now, and our best lineup is here at <a href="http://www.lowes.com/">http://www.lowes.com</a>
What We Discuss:
00:47 Are You a Good Communicator?
02:31 How Effective Communicators Make an Impact
03:24 #1: Regulate Before You Communicate
06:24 #2: Clarity Over Intensity
08:40 #3: People Argue with Threat NOT Facts
11:11 #4: Ask More Questions, Make Fewer Statements
12:51 #5: Tone Carries More Than Words
15:27 #6: End Conversations with Alignment
21:13 The Goal of Proper Communication

How to Communicate So People Actually Listen

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/1bbab01c-c238-4f88-ac1f-b427012805f0/transcript

What if everything you’ve been told about success is missing one key ingredient, how deeply you care? 

Jay sits down with David Grutman, one of the most influential names in global hospitality, who built a world-renowned empire from the ground up. Together they unpack a powerful idea that challenges conventional wisdom: what if the real secret to success isn’t detachment, but deeply caring? From his early days as a bartender to creating iconic experiences that shape culture, David reveals how taking things personally, your work, your relationships, and every detail of what you put into the world, can become a driving force for growth. While most people are taught to brush things off, David chose the opposite, turning mistakes, rejection, and feedback into fuel to sharpen his craft and raise his standards.

Jay highlights how David’s success wasn’t built on titles or transactions, but on genuine human connection. From remembering a guest’s drink to building long-term relationships with artists and entrepreneurs, David reveals that real influence comes from adding value without expectation. Jay reflects on how many people chase quick wins or surface-level networking, but true impact lies in playing the long game, showing up consistently, investing in others, and creating meaningful experiences that people never forget.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Turn Mistakes Into Growth

How to Build Relationships That Last

How to Make People Feel Seen and Valued

How to Build Confidence Without a Title

How to Give Feedback That Actually Works

How to Stay Grounded While Winning

Every setback carries a lesson, and every interaction is an opportunity to build something meaningful. When you focus on adding value, staying curious, and giving your best, you begin to create momentum that others can feel.

If you’re ready to level up how you show up in life and relationships, don’t miss David Grutman’s latest book, Take It Personal. Pre-order your copy today, visit: https://zandoprojects.com/books/take-it-personal-hardcover 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:11 Why You Should Take It Personal

05:26 The Small Details That Make People Feel Seen

07:48 The Real Path to Self-Improvement

08:47 Turning Anger Into Growth

09:55 How to Give Feedback That Actually Works

11:22 Creating a 10/10 Customer Experience

12:41 Every Day Is a New Opportunity

14:20 Always Bet on Yourself

16:14 Building Something From Nothing

18:06 The Power of Genuine Relationships

21:33 Does Networking Actually Work?

24:09 How to Play the Long Game 

28:31 The Truth About Real Success

31:10 Lessons From a Difficult Childhood

32:36 Becoming the Parent You Needed

33:57 Balancing Ambition and Family Life

35:12 Evolving Into Your Next Chapter

38:01 The Power of Being a Connector

39:35 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset

41:27 Check Your Ego at the Door 

43:36 Staying Grounded While Winning

45:38 The Strength of a True Partnership

48:23 What Makes a Truly Great Idea?

50:19 What Makes Someone Worth Betting On?

51:40 Learning to Slow Down and Reflect

52:52 Finding Joy in the Present Moment

54:17 The One Rule to Live By: Just Be Good

56:14 David in Final Five 

Episode Resources:

Website | https://groothospitality.com/ 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/davegrutman/ 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/davidgrutman/ 

X | https://x.com/DaveGrutman 

What if everything you&rsquo;ve been told about success is missing one key ingredient, how deeply you care?&nbsp;
Jay sits down with David Grutman, one of the most influential names in global hospitality, who built a world-renowned empire from the ground up. Together they unpack a powerful idea that challenges conventional wisdom: what if the real secret to success isn&rsquo;t detachment, but deeply caring? From his early days as a bartender to creating iconic experiences that shape culture, David reveals how taking things personally, your work, your relationships, and every detail of what you put into the world, can become a driving force for growth. While most people are taught to brush things off, David chose the opposite, turning mistakes, rejection, and feedback into fuel to sharpen his craft and raise his standards.
Jay highlights how David&rsquo;s success wasn&rsquo;t built on titles or transactions, but on genuine human connection. From remembering a guest&rsquo;s drink to building long-term relationships with artists and entrepreneurs, David reveals that real influence comes from adding value without expectation. Jay reflects on how many people chase quick wins or surface-level networking, but true impact lies in playing the long game, showing up consistently, investing in others, and creating meaningful experiences that people never forget.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Turn Mistakes Into Growth
How to Build Relationships That Last
How to Make People Feel Seen and Valued
How to Build Confidence Without a Title
How to Give Feedback That Actually Works
How to Stay Grounded While Winning
Every setback carries a lesson, and every interaction is an opportunity to build something meaningful. When you focus on adding value, staying curious, and giving your best, you begin to create momentum that others can feel.
If you&rsquo;re ready to level up how you show up in life and relationships, don&rsquo;t miss David Grutman&rsquo;s latest book, Take It Personal. Pre-order your copy today, visit: <a href="https://zandoprojects.com/books/take-it-personal-hardcover">https://zandoprojects.com/books/take-it-personal-hardcover</a>&nbsp;
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe</a> &nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:11 Why You Should Take It Personal
05:26 The Small Details That Make People Feel Seen
07:48 The Real Path to Self-Improvement
08:47 Turning Anger Into Growth
09:55 How to Give Feedback That Actually Works
11:22 Creating a 10/10 Customer Experience
12:41 Every Day Is a New Opportunity
14:20 Always Bet on Yourself
16:14 Building Something From Nothing
18:06 The Power of Genuine Relationships
21:33 Does Networking Actually Work?
24:09 How to Play the Long Game&nbsp;
28:31 The Truth About Real Success
31:10 Lessons From a Difficult Childhood
32:36 Becoming the Parent You Needed
33:57 Balancing Ambition and Family Life
35:12 Evolving Into Your Next Chapter
38:01 The Power of Being a Connector
39:35 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset
41:27 Check Your Ego at the Door&nbsp;
43:36 Staying Grounded While Winning
45:38 The Strength of a True Partnership
48:23 What Makes a Truly Great Idea?
50:19 What Makes Someone Worth Betting On?
51:40 Learning to Slow Down and Reflect
52:52 Finding Joy in the Present Moment
54:17 The One Rule to Live By: Just Be Good
56:14 David in Final Five&nbsp;
Episode Resources:
Website | <a href="https://groothospitality.com/">https://groothospitality.com/</a>&nbsp;
Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/davegrutman/">https://www.facebook.com/davegrutman/</a>&nbsp;
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/davidgrutman/">https://www.instagram.com/davidgrutman/</a>&nbsp;
X | <a href="https://x.com/DaveGrutman">https://x.com/DaveGrutman</a>&nbsp;

David Grutman: The Career Advice Everyone Gets Wrong (#1 Key to Opening Doors That Lead to Success)

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/8511e0a9-91cd-486b-bb5e-b4260055a55b/transcript

Dr Mike ON: COVID 19 Latest Updates & Best Practices To Stay Healthy & Safe

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